Italian · Nature & Environment
inquinamento
pollution
Intermediatenoun · m
Definition
The presence of harmful substances in the environment.
Example
L'inquinamento atmosferico è un problema serio.
Air pollution is a serious problem.
Etymology
The word 'inquinamento' is derived from the Latin 'inquinare', meaning 'to make dirty or contaminated'. It has evolved in modern contexts to refer specifically to environmental pollution.
How & Where It’s Used
'Inquinamento' is generally used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about the environment, health, and law. It appears primarily in written form but is also common in spoken language among activists and educators.